flirty

Teasingly showing interest

Flirty describes behavior that playfully suggests romantic or sexual interest without serious commitment.

A flirty smile, flirty banter, a flirty text message.

The word can describe people, their manner, or things associated with light seduction: a flirty summer dress.

The tone is usually lighthearted rather than aggressive.

tone

banter

Playful, teasing exchange

coy · saucy · cheeky · playful · witty · risque · naughty · provocative · flippant · sly

romantic

crush

Compress with force

wooing · courtship · admirer · suitor · enamored · smitten · lovestruck · sparks · butterflies · heartthrob

behavior

wink

Brief one-eyed closure

  • giggleSoft, silly vocalization
  • blushFacial reddening from emotion
  • smirkPleased, superior smile

gaze · whisper · touch · smile · pout · glance · nudge

archetype

coquette

Teasing, insincere charmer

tease · minx · temptress · lothario · player · seducer

charm

allure

Attractive, tempting quality

beguiling · enchanting · magnetic · charisma · appeal · irresistible · tempting · tantalizing · bewitching · mesmerizing

Categories
Opposites
romantic/sexual interest display

flirtycold

Low temperature state

frigid · standoffish · aloof · distant · withdrawn

seriousness of romantic intent

flirtyserious

Weighty and requiring attention

committed · earnest · devoted · sincere · platonic

social energy and engagement

flirtywithdrawn

Emotionally distant, disengaged

lethargic · listless · apathetic · torpid · languid

Phrases
Family

flirt, flirting, flirtation, flirtatious, flirts, flirted, flirter, flirtiest, flirtier

Familiarity
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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated PG